Danielle Thom
Bergen,NY
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at the University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital, excelling in critical care medication administration and fostering patient and family advocacy. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and direct patient care, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Adept at leading by example, ensuring high standards of infection control and patient education. Dedicated and compassionate with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgery Center
University Of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge for adult and pediatric patient population.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery, such as maintaining CAPA certification, as well as being the unit regulatory champion, upholding JCAHO standards.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Registered Nurse
University Of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital
02.2017 - 01.2020
- Management of critically ill heart failure/heart transplant patient population.
- Administered critical care heart failure heart transplant medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered and managed critical care heart failure/transplant, IV medication, maintained PICC line access and port care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Proficiently participated in rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the critical care unit, resulting in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Managed LVAD heart pump devices.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
Medical Technologist
United Memorial Medical Center
10.2009 - 02.2017
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing laboratory tests
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide timely and accurate data for patient treatment plans.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing the risk of infection or contamination in the women's health office environment.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
- Contributed to ongoing process improvement initiatives by participating in departmental meetings and sharing insights on best practices.
- Optimized workflow within the organization by working with nursing staff to room patients while working as a team.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY12.2018
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
Riverside, CA06.1999
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical Care Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring/ Telemetry monitoring
- Lab result interpretation
- Performing EKGs
- Diabetes management
- Family Education
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- PEARS Certified
- Critical Care
Accomplishments
- BLS/ ACLS/ PEARS
- CAPA Certification
- Level 3 Nurse Strong Memorial Hospital
Timeline
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgery Center
University Of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
University Of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital
02.2017 - 01.2020
Medical Technologist
United Memorial Medical Center
10.2009 - 02.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Genesee Community College
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
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